DECEMBER 7 - 13, 2014 THE FIGURE AS A VESSEL with Ryan Mitchell

DECEMBER 7 - 13, 2014   |   THE FIGURE AS A VESSEL
with Ryan Mitchell

Students will explore personal narratives and concepts through sculptural figuration . Referencing memories, life experiences and applying inspiration by the culture and surroundings of Bali, participants will be supported to achieve their vision using the principles of sculpture . A wide range of techniques and approaches used by the diverse array of figurative artists will be introduced to expand participants ability and potential in clay.Ryan will demonstrate a variety of hand-building methods including coil, slab, solid construction and press molded techniques. Material information will be provided to increase technical knowledge of ceramic construction before, during and after the firing process. The workshop will explore the various aesthetic and conceptual approaches to expression that clay offers to construct sculpture at both large and intimate scaled work. Information on a variety of clay, glaze and surface treatments will covered. 

Open to all levels of experience
Tuition: $ 950

*Tuition includes: general studio materials, firings, transport during workshop hours, excursions around Bali, Welcome dinner, and lunches at the studio.

**Accommodation not included.

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